State of Decay 3: Undead Labs' Independence and Game Pass Fu…
Undead Labs' independence gives it more control over State of Decay 3's development and profitability, while its Game Pass launch ensures broad access for players. The studio's exit highlights ongoing…
Undead Labs' independence gives it more control over State of Decay 3's development and profitability, while its Game Pass launch ensures broad access for players. The studio's exit highlights ongoing…
Key points - Undead Labs is now an independent, employee-owned studio after leaving Xbox Game Studios. - State of Decay 3 was announced in 2020 to keep the project on Microsoft's radar during acquisition spree. - The studio boss Philip Holt said nothing went wrong; it was a management-led acquisition accepted by Microsoft. - State of Decay 3 will still launch day-one through Game Pass, helping the franchise reach 25 million players. - Undead Labs had to cut staff as it entered a new era, joining Double Fine and Compulsion Games as former Xbox studios.
Timeline - 2020: State of Decay 3 announced early to keep project on Microsoft's radar. - 2026: Undead Labs leaves Xbox Game Studios amid layoffs; becomes independent, employee-owned. - Future: State of Decay 3 will launch day-one on Game Pass.
FAQ
Q: Why did Undead Labs leave Xbox? A: Philip Holt proposed a management-led acquisition, and Microsoft accepted. It was part of an accelerated divestiture period, not due to any drama.
Q: Will State of Decay 3 still be on Game Pass? A: Yes, it will launch day-one through Game Pass. Holt credited the service with helping the franchise reach 25 million players.
Q: What happened to other Xbox studios? A: Double Fine and Compulsion Games also left Xbox. Ninja Theory faces shutdown after acquisition deals fell through.
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